Texas House Bill HR 713

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

• Filed: 7/7/26

Caption

Congratulating Karolyn Leal on being selected as the 2025 Teacher of Promise at Pillow Elementary School in the Austin Independent School District.

Summary

H.R. 713 is a simple congratulatory House resolution honoring Karolyn Leal for being named the 2025 Teacher of Promise at Pillow Elementary School in the Austin Independent School District. The resolution praises the importance of education and recognizes Leal as an enthusiastic, student-centered first-year teacher who has contributed positively to her campus environment. The measure does not create, amend, or repeal any state law, nor does it appropriate funds or establish a program. Its effect is ceremonial only: it directs that an official copy of the resolution be prepared and presented to Ms. Leal as an expression of the Texas House’s esteem and best wishes for her continued success.

Impact

H.R. 713 has no direct impact on Texas statutes, administrative rules, or public programs. It functions as a formal legislative commendation, affecting only the recipient by publicly recognizing her achievement and placing the honor in the official records of the House.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the bill is entirely positive and supportive. The House adopted the resolution by non-record vote, indicating broad, uncontroversial approval. The language of the resolution itself is complimentary and celebratory, emphasizing the value of teachers and the promise of early-career educators.

Contention

There is no notable contention associated with H.R. 713. Because it is a ceremonial resolution honoring an individual educator, it did not appear to generate debate, opposition, or recorded votes. The only substantive theme is the general praise of teaching and the recognition of excellence in public education.